The present study aims to synthesize current evidence on the impact of LVAD implantation
on quality of life. Current evidence was systematically reviewed to obtain relevant …

With the ongoing shortage of available organs for heart transplantation, mechanical
circulatory support devices have been increasingly utilized for managing acute and chronic …

Importance Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are widely used both as a bridge to heart
transplant and as destination therapy in advanced heart failure. Although heart failure is …

Background—A left ventricular assist device (LVAD) improves survival and quality of life for
many, but not all, patients with end-stage heart failure who are ineligible for transplantation …

Aims Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are increasingly being used in the treatment of
advanced heart failure. Left ventricular assist device patients frequently report improvements …

The purpose of this article is to investigate how cultural meanings associated with the left
ventricular assist device (LVAD) inform acceptance and experience of this innovative …

Education for pretransplant, solid-organ recipient candidates aims to improve knowledge
and understanding about the transplant process, outcomes, and potential complications to …

Abstract Purpose of Review The purpose of this review is to synthesize and summarize
recent developments in the care of patients with end-stage heart failure being managed with …

Objectives To understand how patients make decisions regarding a left ventricular assist
device (LVAD). Design A qualitative multiple case study design was used to explore the …

Background Besides survival, improvement in quality of life (QoL) is a major aim of left
ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation. QoL assessment tools in current use are …